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Local nonprofit Partners In Care invites community members in Central Oregon to its engaging, in-person education series. For the past 18 years, Partners In Care has been providing no-cost community education on a myriad of topics such as preparing for end of life, facing a serious illness, and caregiver tips and resources. The next community […]

“Satsumas on the Moon,” a collection of abstract paintings by local artist Andrew C.M. Lorish, will be on display at Central Oregon Community College’s Barber Library Rotunda Gallery from March 23 to June 10, with a reception from 4-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 2. The exhibition is free and open to the public. For Rotunda Gallery […]

Hey kids! It’s time to “ready, set, skate!” for FREE with Camp Fire Central Oregon on Sunday, March 15 at The Pavilion. The nonprofit youth development organization is inviting the whole community to its annual Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® (aka #KidDay) celebration—three action-packed hours of *FREE ice skating for the first 200 kids through the door, birthday […]

Roundabout Books is excited to host New York Times bestselling memoirist Brianna Madia at an event at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon on April 9 at 6:30 pm, to discuss and read from her newest memoir, Homesick Nomad: Settling into an Untethered Life.  On sale April 7, this profound and moving memoir delves into the complexities […]

The earth beneath our feet will be the topic of Oregon State University – Cascades’ Science Pub on March 17 when rock star turned soil scientist James Cassidy presents “The Amazing Story of Soil.” Cassidy is an award-winning instructor and soil expert in OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences. He is the founder of OSU’s two-acre […]

Oregon Lottery is focusing on collaboration and enhanced community outreach to increase awareness of problem gambling in March – also known as National Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). By participating in this annual grassroots campaign, Oregon Lottery works with local and national partners to promote available prevention, treatment, and recovery services. This year’s theme, “Caring Communities, Stronger Futures,” […]

On-line tickets are available for the  20th Annual Redmond Kiwanis Vintner’s Dinner and Auction on May 8. Diners may log on to www.redmondkiwanis.org to purchase their tickets for $125 or sponsorships. They should be prepared to make an entrée choice of filet mignon, halibut or stuffed mushroom raviolis. The festive meal is scheduled at St. Thomas Catholic […]

What you should know: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is urging riders to take safety precautions when using e-scooters and e-bicycles, as new data show a sharp increase in serious injuries associated with these “micromobility” or motorized devices.   An analysis by OHA’s Injury and Violence Prevention Program (IVPP), using Oregon hospital and emergency department discharge data, shows that e-scooter-related injuries more than […]

Local nonprofit Partners In Care is delighted to announce its upcoming Mother’s Day Tea, an elegant gathering created to honor and celebrate mothers in our community. The event will take place Sunday, May 3, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at the beautiful Tetherow Resort in Bend. Tickets cost $50, which include food and beverages. Visit www.partnersbend.org/mothersday to learn more […]

The magic of winter and the power of community were on full display at the 2026 Bend WinterFest, raising $7,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon (BBBSCO). Held February 13–15 in the Old Mill District, the annual celebration once again brought together thousands of locals and visitors for a weekend of music, winter […]